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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1897

Page

8

Michael King A W heel Record Booster

An old article extols Michael King a wheel racer who broke records against rivals including James Michiel. It cites testimonials praising Paine’s Celery Compound as aiding stamina and recovery, with a letter from Jimmie Michal dated 1897 lauding its blood-purifying and energizing effects for sustained athletic effort.

Michael James Michiel Mecominomis Afl Paltie Mass Moran & Wright Paine Levi Jimmie Michal Thorusands Neel

Pneumatic Pos New York Trial Yields Gratifying Results

A clipped New York report describes a trial of a pneumatic device or system, detailing demonstrations and public reception. The summary notes a ceremonial exhibition, involvement of city officials, and varied public reactions, with references to shipments, machinery, and a notable display linked to the Produce Exchange.

All Souls Declare Independence from Denomination

In October at Chives a local church named All Souls declared independence from the Unitarian denomination after paying off debts to the Americas Uniteting. Rev Jenkin Lived Jones affirmed the move, saying the church does not leave but dusts off denomination and welcomes all, becoming free in spirit and letter.

Chives Americas Ispoukanhoat Masven Kent Phyu Apiric Jenkin Jones All Souls

Electric Bitters and Hair Re newcomer Ad Copy

Electric Bitters is touted as a seasonally useful medicine for languid exhausted feelings and torpid liver with fevers averted by prompt doses. It claims relief for headache indigestion constipation and dyspepsia. Hair regrowth claims are tied to Hall’s Hair Re newer. Sold for 50 cents and $1 at J K Jeves Drug Store.

J. K. Jeves

Topeka Plans Western Assn Pennant Push With Subscribed Funds

Late sporting news notes a baseball agitation to form a Topeka team for the Western association pennant. A subscription paper has raised 354 with supporters listed, and a committee will circulate it for funding a club to attract fans, merchants, and players.

James HR. Wick TJ Hickey Western Association Tobehk Teun Topeka Jimmy Driscoll Syee Mulbert Sone Bushiees Mit Pee Jimmy W. A. le Thompson Br LH Munn E. Nips D- J. Pres Willard No Mall Clarence Smith Wy J. Blick CW. Kouns Hiram Dillon HR. Wheeler Charins Blood Smith Tick Alden Geo. W. Urane James Wick Giants Bent Cliaana Boston Baltimore St Louis Browns St Lewis Brhnurk

Chicago mine players last survivor recalls nine peers

A fragmentary reminiscence notes 31 League in 1576 and lists Spalding White McVey Barnes Peters Hines Bielaski Addy Glenn Andner and the speaker as the only one remaining. White was the final among the nine to play professionally, retiring when Detroit won the pennant ten years ago, outlasting the others with more to come.

Chicago Spalding White McVey Barnes Peters Hines Bielaski Addy Glenn Andner Tom Detroit

Transylvania Stakes racing results at Lexington Oct 2

Recap of yesterday’s Transylvania Stakes meeting in Lexington with multiple heats across 2:14 and 2:17 classes. Winners include Thursday-Act4 Tells and Pine 8g. King Wilkes led 2:14 entrants. Hobert Ro claimed 221 class trotting. Futurity pacing saw Will Leyburn and Criterion win in straight heats. other notable starters listed with times and heat results.

Lexington Act4 B. m Axtell Leppam Alves al Day Nobby Husso-Greek Casinra Pattle G Lena Wilkes Diote Miller Pierie Transylvania King Wilkes Dam Rat Net Foote the Monk Time TV Bush Hobert Ro Zeypha Directino Ben T Malden Hed Bee Bowery Helle Nana Oakley Jim Lawrence Or Nelen Sliver Lake Cangrazin Albinor Helen P Hom Prince George Albina Spalpeen Hummer Bilty Bourbon Mt Mignon Moral Indiana Edgar Hinne Minetta White Hose Prince Tom ‘Taggart Clipsetta Packer

Joyce Receives Extra Bonus for Giants Finish in Third

New York reports Captain Joyce of St Louis, longtime Giants base guard and leader, received a $1000 bonus as recognition of his role in steering the team to third place. Frysiieot Freeman says the club wishes to show appreciation for Joyce’s steady leadership and efforts. Joyce is set to manage the team next year with ambitions for a championship.

New York Joyce Seine Imoney

The Leading Batsmen of the National League History

A table lists top hitters since the league's start with names like Tarnes Chicago and White Boston along with others such as Dalrymple Milwaukee Gore and Anson. The data shows averages around the high teens to low twenties with several players from Buffalo Philadelphia Brooklyn Cleveland and Baltimore.

Tatle Berewith Sear Club Philadelphia Anson Chica Freuthers Huston Luby Chicago - Hamilton Breuthers Brooklyn C.i Ith Stensel Pipeshore Dry Bynton Burkett Cleveland Bothett Cleveland Keeler Baltimore

CAPT ANSONS RECORD IN EARLY FOREST CITY YEARS

Captain Anson recalls starting with the Forest Citys of Rockford 27 years ago and aging 44. He names early teammates Mack Addy Cherokee Fisher Scott Fasting Stires Lager Hird and notes he was 17 when those crown men played. He reflects on the first year of the present nation.

Forest Citys Chicago Capt Anson Chicagos Forest Citys of Rocksoed Forest City Mack Addy Cherokee Fisher Scott Fasting Stires

Gennes aR Gentry and Teubert Pace World Mile Record

Gentry and Teubert paced a mile in 2 0 0 2 through the Northern Horse Treeders meeting, breaking the world record for pacing teams from 2 0 9 to 2 0 0. Robert J. also ran a mile in 2 4 %, with a crowd of about three thousand watching.

Gennes Ar John J. Gentry Teubert d Northern Horse Treeders' Association Gentry Robert J. Alsa Robert J. Kaytog Oreken LaTy Bowe

Berman Long Career And Early Baseball Years

The Sporting News details Berman Long a Chicago born shortstop from April 3, 1866, who first played pro ball with Arkansas City Kansas and Emporia in the Western League in 1887, with earlier stints in Chicago and Kansas City. It notes his release to Boston at the start of 1890 and praises his addition to the Boston team. Also included are race results from Omaha track trials and a Kansas City horse race where Elliott and Gilbert are mentioned with a challenge issued by Elliott.

The Sporting News Berman Long Chicago Long Arkansas City Ken Emporia (Cur) Selub Chicago Maroons Qerkansas City Blues Kansas City Club American Association Boston

Humphrey's Homeopathic Manual of Diseases Ad Listed

No 10 for Dyspepsia Indigestion Week Stomach. Pr Humphreys Homeopathis Manual of Diseases offered by druggists or mailed on receipt of five cents. Medco Cor William and John Sia New York.

Humphrey Humphreys Medco Cor William and John Sia New York

Yale Schedule Sets Fall Football Lineup

Yale football dates are fixed by manager Twitchell with a schedule ending the open dates. The slate includes a November 6 matchup with Chicago A C at Yale. Joe Goddard arrived in Boston en route to a bout with Tom Sharkey in San Francisco next month after arriving from England aboard the Canada.

Yale New Haven Conn Twitchell Chicago A. C Joe Goddard Boston Tom Sharkey San Franchisco England Canada

Actor Holland's Sorrow Over Wife Death During Show

In Atlanta on October 1, actor Joseph Holland faced a tolling moment as his wife fell ill. He received a telegram saying she was dying just before his scene, yet he returned to perform while the audience laughed at the comedy.

Atlanta Lye Ccat Bob Graham Joseph Holland Buttula Holland

Pink Pills Offer Backed By Widow's Testimony

Mrs Robbins of Monroe Parish Louisiana recounts years of illness and failed treatments before trying Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. She credits improved strength and health after using multiple boxes, and endorses the medicine in a sworn affidavit. Public notice outlines sale and contact details for the medicine.

Monroe Ian Parish of Wits Sinie Louisiana Marcts Amon Macury Dr. Wiliams Adidroeming Br. Willes? Medicine Company Schenectady

Peoria Asylum Built Over Abandoned Coal Mine

Report on the Peoria state asylum location notes the building sits atop an abandoned coal mine. Danger of cave-ins near the structure and planned extensions is acknowledged, with engineers citing inadequate communication between floors and poor ventilation in upper and lower sections. Safety measures and potential fixes are discussed by the state board.

Peoria Dr. Wines State Board of Public Charlthea Dankmar Adier William Sooy Smith Sumien Sail

Frost Smears Cranberry Crop In Sandwich Mass

Frost last night severely damaged the cranberry crop in Sandwich Massachusetts with many berries frostbitten. Hogs unable to be housed and late berry picking disrupted. Fruit and vegetables also affected, foretelling a crop near half of last year.

Sandwich Mass Mmany Aletet

Topeka Showcases United Circus and Mystic Cure Ad

A Topeka edition notes two major acts joining for an October Wednesday show including Adam Forepaugh and Seis Brothers exhibitions known for class for years. Also advertised is Mystic Cure for Rheumatism with claims of rapid relief, plus Santa Fe rail offers to Leavenworth with a 7:15 am special and a 7:29 pm daily train.

Topeka Adam Forepauch Seis Brothers Line Nein Leavenworth Santa Fe Leaverworth Modoc

Croup Quickly Cured and Musician Sets up in City

Mountain Glen Arkansas children found relief from croup after Chamberlain's Cough Remedy was used, with endorsement by P A Thornton. Ches P Adams, music professor and Pi Gamma Conservatory graduate, announces piano and organ instruction in the city. Address 207 West Fifth Street. Carnival week Santa Fe fare to Leavenworth offered.

Mountain Glen Ark Fhir Chamberlain P. A. Thornton Ches P. Adams Pio’ Neng John Singenberger West Fifth Street

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